I have given 8 weeks notice to my current landlord and must vacate my rented flat in Cromer by 24/12/2025. Conveyancing for my house purchase is underway. How realistic is it to complete in 5 weeks as don't want to have to find temporary accommodation?
The normal practice is not to give notice for your tenancy unless exchange of contracts has taken place. If you have not already done so, update to your lawyer and request that they apply pressure on the owners solicitors, try to a target completion date that everyone will aim towards
I am purchasing a semi-detached house in Cromer. How practical is it for me to do the conveyancing?
Leaving aside the complexities and merits of DIY conveyancing in Cromer you will have to appoint a solicitor on your mortgage company's conveyancing panel to look after their interests. Most people therefore find it easier to let the solicitor act for them and the lender. Furthermore there is minimal cost savings to be made in you doing conveyancing for yourself and another lawyer conducting the conveyancing for the lender. Please feel free to use the search tool to find a lawyer on your lender panel in Cromer.
What is your number one tip for finding a conveyancing solicitor in Cromer
It would be unwise to be swayed by the cheapest Cromer conveyancing fees. You really do get what you pay for when it comes to property lawyers. A cheap quote may mean that the conveyancing solicitor is handling a lot of jobs at one time and you won’t get the quality of service and the attention that you need. It is, however, wise to use a conveyancer who has a fixed fee on a no sale, no fee basis. This way, you know exactly what you’ll have to pay in ahead of the deal.
What is the difference between a licensed conveyancer and conveyancing solicitor in Cromer
Two types of professional can perform conveyancing in Cromer namely licenced conveyancers or solicitors. Both professionals administer the legal services that required to complete the disposal or acquisition of property. Both are required to carry out Cromer conveyancing to the same quality and guidelines so you may be sure that your conveyancing will be properly administered and that the requisite steps should be accurately followed.
Can I be sure that the Cromer conveyancing solicitor on the Nottingham panel is any good?
When it comes to conveyancing in Cromer obtaining recommendations is a sensible starting point. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one which is cheap as chips. We would always advocate that you speak with the lawyer handling your conveyancing.
My wife and I own a terraced Victorian house in Cromer. Conveyancing lawyer represented me and Norwich and Peterborough Building Society. I did a free Land Registry search last week and there are a couple of entries: one for freehold, the second leasehold under the exact same property. I thought I was buying a freehold how can I check?
You should assess the Freehold register you have again and check the Charges Register as there may be mention of a lease. The best way to be sure that you are also the registered owner of the leasehold and freehold title as well is to check (£3). It is not completely unheard of in Cromer and other areas of the country and poses no real issues for owners other than when they remortgage they have to account for both freehold and leasehold interests when dealing with lenders. You can also enquire as to the position with your conveyancing lawyer who conducted the conveyancing.
Should I be concerned about third parties that I am dealing with are suggesting an internet conveyancing firm as opposed to a High Street Cromer conveyancing practice?
As is the case with many service providers, often suggestions from connections can be extremely useful or valuable. Yet there are lots of parties with a keen interest in a conveyancing deal; estate agents, financial adviser and banks may recommend conveyancers to instruct. On occasion the solicitors might be known to one of the organisations as being good in their field, but sometimes there is an underlying commercial relationship behind the recommendation. You have the discretion to appoint your own conveyancer. However, bear in mind that some mortgage providers have an approved list of conveyancers you are obliged to use for the mortgage aspect of your house move.
I am looking for a conveyancing lawyer in Cromer for my remortgage. Can I see a solicitor's record with the legal regulator?
Members of the public may see documented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations arising from investigations from 2008 onwards. Go to Check a solicitor's record. For details about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a solicitors history, ring 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 09.30 - 18.00 Tuesday. International callers, use +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator may recorded call for training reasons.